HS Metalworks OPEX Spring Wire Alliance Expands Capacity
HS Metalworksโthe Metalworks business of HS Manufacturing, LLC and a wholly owned subsidiary ofย Hickory Springs Manufacturing Company (HSM)โhas formed a strategic alliance withย OPEX Steel Processing LLC. Through this partnership, OPEX will manufacture induction-tempered spring wire for HS Metalworks at its Bedford Heights, Ohio, facility.
This alliance significantly expands HS Metalworksโ production capacity and strengthens its ability to serve spring-wire customers across the Midwest. Presidentย Tim Beckerย explained that the collaboration delivers both additional capacity and a key geographic advantage, supporting growing demand from customers that rely on high-performance spring wire.
Strengthening North American Spring Wire Supply
Becker noted that this alliance firmly positions HS Metalworks as one of the largest producers of induction-tempered spring wire in North America. The timing plays a crucial role, as demand for home furnishings, housing upgrade products, and automotive components continues to rise following the Covid-19 pandemic.
The partnership also completes a โtriangleโ of spring wire manufacturing locations for HS Metalworks. The company now produces induction-tempered spring wire at facilities inย Conover, North Carolina,ย Phoenix, Arizona, andย Bedford Heights, Ohio. Production and shipments from the Bedford Heights plant began in late February, giving customers improved lead times and more flexible sourcing options.
Exclusive Partnership and Key Applications
Under the agreement, HS Metalworks will serve as OPEXโs sole and exclusive customer for induction-tempered spring wire. Manufacturers use this wire to produce overhead springs for garage doors and a wide variety of products in the furniture, automotive, agricultural, and construction markets that require springs with a large load-bearing capacity.
OPEX operates using select wire-making assets formerly owned byย American Spring Wire Corp.ย This infrastructure, combined with OPEXโs experienced team, supports high-quality spring wire production tailored to HS Metalworksโ specifications.
Shared Values and Growth Outlook
Becker emphasized that the alliance aligns closely with both companiesโ core values, including quality, service, and long-term customer partnerships. He praised the OPEX teamโfrom the executive level to the production floorโas one of the most respected wire manufacturing groups in the industry and highlighted the shared commitment to manufacturing excellence and customer service.
OPEX CEOย Tim Selhorstย expressed enthusiasm about the opportunity to put the companyโs wire-making assets and skilled workforce back into full operation. He noted that demand for induction-tempered spring wire has grown dramatically, and that joining forces with HS Metalworks presents a strong growth opportunity for both organizations.
